by our College Data Analytics TeamWe’ve pulled together the essential facts you should know about graduate study in physical sciences at Lehigh University. It is offered at the Master’s, Doctoral levels, with undergraduate study also available. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual rates Lehigh University highly for physical sciences, ranked #129 out of 537 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Physical Sciences Schools | 129 of 537 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in Pennsylvania | 9 of 27 |
| Best Physical Sciences Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region | 28 of 83 |
Here is each degree level granted in physical sciences at Lehigh University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 34 |
| Master’s | 8 |
| Doctoral | 13 |
This physical sciences field at Lehigh University breaks down into these majors. Select a major to see its rankings, popularity, salary, and diversity details:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Physics | 20 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 19 |
| Chemistry | 13 |
| Astronomy and Astrophysics | 3 |
During the most recent reporting year, Lehigh University handed out 8 master’s degrees in physical sciences.
Lehigh University is not currently ranked for physical sciences at the master’s level.
In the most recent graduating class, 38% of physical sciences master’s degrees went to men and 62% went to women.
The majority of physical sciences master’s degree graduates at Lehigh University were White. About 62% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Lehigh University with a master’s in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 5 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 0 |
During the most recent reporting year, Lehigh University handed out 13 doctoral degrees in physical sciences.
Lehigh University is not yet ranked for physical sciences at the doctoral level.
For the most recent academic year available, 69% of physical sciences doctoral degrees went to men and 31% went to women.
The majority of physical sciences doctoral degree graduates at Lehigh University were White. Approximately 69% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Lehigh University with a doctoral in physical sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 9 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Undergraduate study is also available at Lehigh University. The following undergraduate award levels are reported.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Physical Sciences | 34 |